Optix MAG341CQ - Monitor MSI - Free user manual and instructions

Feature	Details
Screen Size	34 inches
Resolution	3440 x 1440 pixels
Panel Type	VA (Vertical Alignment)
Refresh Rate	100 Hz
Response Time	1 ms (MPRT)
Brightness	300 cd/mb2
Contrast	3000:1
Viewing Angles	178b0 horizontal and vertical
Connectivity	2 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x USB-C, 2 x USB 2.0
VESA Mount	Yes, 100 x 100 mm
Additional Features	FreeSync, HDR Ready
Weight	8.5 kg
Dimensions (without stand)	81.3 x 36.2 x 25.1 cm
Power Consumption	75 W (max)
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - Optix MAG341CQ MSI

How do I adjust the brightness and contrast of my MSI Optix MAG341CQ?

To adjust the brightness and contrast, press the Menu button on your monitor, navigate to the 'Image' tab, then adjust the brightness and contrast settings according to your preferences.

What should I do if my monitor does not turn on?

Check that the monitor is properly plugged into a working power outlet and that the power cable is securely connected. Also try using a different cable or outlet to rule out power issues.

My screen shows vertical lines, what should I do?

Check the video cable connections between the monitor and the computer. Try unplugging and replugging the cable. If the problem persists, test the monitor with another computer to determine if the issue is with the screen or the computer.

How do I enable FreeSync mode on my MSI Optix MAG341CQ?

To enable FreeSync mode, access the OSD menu, navigate to the 'Gaming' tab, then enable the 'FreeSync' option. Also make sure your graphics card supports FreeSync.

Why do the colors on my monitor appear distorted?

Check that the color mode is properly set in the OSD menu. You can also try resetting the monitor to factory settings to see if that corrects the color distortions.

How do I connect my MSI Optix MAG341CQ to a computer?

Connect the monitor to your computer using a DisplayPort or HDMI cable. Make sure to select the correct input source in the monitor's OSD menu.

How do I update the firmware of my MSI Optix MAG341CQ?

Visit the MSI website to download the latest firmware version. Follow the instructions provided on the site to update your monitor's firmware.

The monitor sound is not working, what should I do?

Check that the monitor volume is properly set in the OSD menu. Also ensure the audio cable is properly connected if you are using external speakers.

How do I change the resolution of my screen?

To change the resolution, go to your computer's display settings and select the recommended resolution for the MSI Optix MAG341CQ. Make sure your graphics card supports this resolution.

USER MANUAL Optix MAG341CQ MSI

I.Safety Prevention Measures

	≤2000m
Please always place this device on a stable surface; otherwise, it may fall and be damaged.	The altitude and the tropical environment the adapter fits depend on which adapter is used for the device. The rating plate on the back of the device with the above warning sign indicates that this product is app lica ble for the safe use of the region with altitude of 2,000m and below.	Do not hold the plug with wet hand; otherwise, electric shock may occur. Make sure the plug has a good touch because poor touch may cause fire.	Do not use a broken power plug nor keep a power cord near heat source; otherwise, e lect r i c s h o c k or fire may occur.
When cleaning the device, be sure to remove the power plug, use a piece of soft cloth rather than industrial mica l to cle an the device, be sure not to let water enter the device.	Do not disassemble this device without permission. In case of failure, be sure to contact a professional servicing person to fix it. The unauthorized disassembly of this device may result in electric shock or fire.	In case of rare smell or noise out of this device, be sure to immediately cut off the power supply and ask a professional servicing person to fix the problem.	When this device is idle for long time, be sure to power it off; otherwise, electric shock or fire may occur.

Note:

The device with AC switch may use such AC switch as cut-off component. The device without AC switch may use power plug or coupler as cut-off component. In case of the normal use of the equipment, make sure the cut-off component can be accessed easily.

II.Installation Instructions

1. Accessories

(The above pictures are for illustration only and the physical accessories shall govern.)

2. Angle Adjustment

2.1 The screen can be adjusted by inc linin g for ward and d backward; however, the specific adjustment depends on the specific model of the de vice. Generally, it may be inclined 5± 2^ or ward and 15± 2^ backward.

2.2 When adjusting the angle of the monitor, be sure not to touch or press the area of the screen.

(The above pictures are for illustration only and the physical accessories shall govern.)

3. Project Assembly

See the assembly sketch on the cover of the packaging case.

III. Connect the Monitor to PC

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Before connecting the LCD monitor to the PC, please power down the PC and the monitor.

Power adapter

• Warning: Always use the power cord of standard configuration.

DVI Port

Connect the DVI cable into the DVI IN port in the back of the monitor (this needs the support of the monitor).

HDMI Port

Connect the HD MI cable into the HDMI IN port into the back of the monitor (this needs the support of the monitor).

DP Port

Connect the DP cable into the DP IN port of the monitor (this needs the support of the monitor).

Power Plug

Connect the power cord of the monitor into the POWER port in the back of the monitor.

(The above pictures are for illustration only and the physical accessories shall govern.)

IV. User Setup

1. Schematic Diagram of Keys

1. Description of Keys' Functions

1.	M	Pops up the menu/Backs to the previous menu (in case of main menu, exits from the whole menu).
2.	▲	When the menu is activated, used as the left function selection key, and decreases progressively the value of the progress bar; when the menu is inactivated, used as the specified shortcut mode hot key (for sighting device).
3.	▲	When the menu is activated, used as the right function selection key, and increases progressively the value of the progress bar; when the menu is inactivated, used as the specified shortcut mode hot key (FPS/RTS mode).
4.	E	If the menu is activated, chooses the corresponding function. When no menu is open, press this key to switch to the desired signal input source.
5.	○	Power switch: Powers on/off the monitor.
6.	LED indicator light	Blue: in normal switch-on state; flickering in blue: in power-saving state.

Note: The physical keys of the specific model shall govern.

V. Operation Menu (OSD) Function Descriptions

First level menu item	Second level menu item	Third level menu item	Instructions
Game	Mode	Standard	Normal use mode
		Movie	Application mode of seeing film
		FPS	First person shooting game mode
		RTS	Strategic game mode
		Eye Saver	Eye-protecting blue light filtered application mode
	DCR	Off	Inactivate dynamic contrast
		On	Activate dynamic contrast
	FreeSync	Off	Inactivate FreeSync function
		On	Activate FreeSync function, only AMD display card supported (the support from the display is needed)
	Aspect ratio	Auto	Automatic image scale adjustment
		16:9	Adjust image to be wind screen
		4:3	Adjust image to be 4:3
	Crosshair	None	Inactivate sight bead function
		+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + =
		Switch to red Crosshair mode
		+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
	Response time	Off	OD off mode (the support from the display is needed)
		Normal	OD general mode, reducing motion vague (the support from the display is needed)
		Extreme	OD top speed mode, reducing motion vague (the support from the display is needed)
Image	Brightness	0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000	Adjust display bright
	Contrast	00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000	Adjusted display contrast
	Color Temp.	Warm	Set as cold color temperature
		Cool	Set as warm color temperature
		User	R G B S O O O S O O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O S O
			Slightly adjust red color temperature
			Slightly adjust green color temperature
			Slightly adjust blue color temperature
	Gamma	1.8	Adjust color tone brightness grey 1.8
		2.2	Adjust color tone brightness grey 2.2
Input	DVI		DVI (digital) signal input
	HDMI		HDMI (digital) signal input
	DisplayPort		DisplayPort (digital) signal input
Setup	Language	繁體中文 繁體中文
		English English
		Française Française
		Deutsch Deutsch
		Italienolo Italiano
		Espanol Espanol
		韓국어 한국어
		日本語 日本語
		Чuckский Ручник
		Português Portugues
	Transparency			Adjust transparency
	Power Off	Off	Inactivate the timed power-off function
		On	In no-signal state, automatically power off after 1min standby
	LED	Off	LED off
		On	LED on
	Reset	Off	Exit from this function
		On	Restore to factory settings

Note: The functions may be adjusted due to specific model or the upgrade of software version. The physical model shall govern.

VI. FAQ

Faults occurring	Possible solutions
The power indicator light is not on	◆ Check if the power is on. ◆ Check if the power cord is connected.
Impossible plug-and-play	◆ Check if the function of plug-and-play of the device is compatible with PC. ◆ Check if the display card is compatible with the plug-and-play function.
Dimming picture	◆ Adjust brightness and contrast.
Flickering picture or picture with ripples	◆ There may be electrical appliances or equipment with electronic disturbance.
The power indicator light is on (flickering), but the monitor has no pictures.	◆ Check if the PC power is on. ◆ Check if the PC display card is inserted properly. ◆ Check if the signal cable of the monitor is correctly connected with the PC. ◆ Check the signal cable plug of the monitor and make sure every pin has no bending. ◆ Observe the indicator light by pressing the Caps Lock key on the PC keyboard and check if the PC is working.
Color shortage (red, green and blue)	◆ Check the signal cable of the monitor and make sure every pin has no bending.
Picture with color difference (white looks not white)	◆ Adjust RGB color or reselect color temperature.
Please confirm the default values of the output dynamic range and the pixel format in the graphics Settings is "all". when the brightness of the screen is higher than usual.

VII. Product Specifications

Diagonal dimensions	Picture aspect ratio	Picture dimensions (mm)	Dot distance (mm)	Optimal resolution
80.0cm (31.5"QHD)	16:9	697.344*392.256	0.2724*0.2724	2560*1440
Ambient temperature	Storage temperature	-20°C to 60°C
	Working temperature	0°C to 40°C
Humidity	RH for operation	20% to 80%

Remark: When the res ol ion are 25601440@60Hz/34401440@60Hz/19201080@144Hz/25601440@144Hz/3840*2160@30Hz connection via DVI port, pls choose 24+1 pin double - channel DVI cables.

Note: The actual application of the above parameters shall be subject to the specific model.

VIII. Table of Product Preset Modes

In DVI connection mode

Display dimensions	Aspect ratio	Preset resolution/Refresh rate
31.5"QHD	16:9	720x400 (70Hz)	640x480 (60/72/75Hz)	800x600 (56/60/70 /75/120Hz)	1280x768 (60/70/75 /120Hz)	1280x1024 (60/75/120Hz)	1440x900 (60/120Hz)	1680x1050 (60/120Hz)	1920x1080 (60/120Hz)	2560x1440 (60Hz)

In HDMI connection mode

Display dimensions	Aspect ratio	Preset resolution/Refresh rate
31.5"QHD	16:9	720x400 (70Hz)	640x480 (60/72/75Hz)	800x600 (56/60/70 /75/120Hz)	1280x768 (60/70/75 /120Hz)	1280x1024 (60/75/ 120Hz)	1440x900 (60/120Hz)	1680x1050 (60/120Hz)	1920x1080 (60/120Hz)	2560x1440 (60/120/144Hz)

In DP connection mode

Display dimensions	Aspect ratio	Preset resolution/Refresh rate
31.5"QHD	16:9	720x400 (70Hz)	640x480 (60/72/75Hz)	800x600 (56/60/70/75 /120/144Hz)	1280x768 (60/70/75 /120/144Hz)	1280x1024 (60/75/120 /144Hz)	1440x900 (60/120 /144Hz)	1680x1050 (60/120 /144Hz)	1920x1080 (60/120 /144Hz)	2560x1440 (60/144Hz)

Note: The actual application of the above parameters shall be subject to the specific model.

Connect the DP cable into the DP IN port of the monitor (this needs the support of the monitor).

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